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Vitamin B12 Is Key for Optimal Tissue Regeneration

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is required for healthy nerve function and the synthesis of red blood cells and DNA. A deficiency in B12 increases inflammation and oxidative stress by raising homocysteine. High homocysteine, in turn, is associated with cardiovascular disease and decreased immune response. Vitamins B6, B9 (folate) and B12 break down homocysteine.1 B12 deficiency is… Read More »

Study: Vitamin D Deficiency in Pregnancies During Lockdowns

Vitamin D is a critical nutrient for optimal health at all life stages, including during pregnancy. Exposure to sunlight is the ideal source of vitamin D. But during the COVID-19 pandemic, mandatory lockdowns interfered with many people’s ability to get outdoors regularly. The consequences of this among pregnant women are beginning to be realized, with… Read More »